Belton

Established in 1850, Belton was the first town in Bell County and remains its county seat. Downtown Belton is one of Texas' most beautiful and celebrated downtown areas, and hosts a legendary 4th of July parade every year.

Belton is also home to the Bell County Expo Center - a perfect domed complex for rodeos, concerts, equine events, indoor sports, and the massive Bell County Comic Con.

Population (Estimated 2019): 22,885

ZIP Code: 76513

Area Code: 254

Stabbing Prompts Lockdown At Belton High School

The school has reportedly been placed on lockdown due to a violent incident.

Tommy Paradise

Ready for Tubing & Kayaking on Nolan Creek? Fun Times Coming to Central Texas

You might not think of Belton as a hot spot for tubing and kayaking, but the owner of a new business wants to change that very soon.

Tamme Taylor

Boating in Belton, Texas? Watch For Lower Water Levels

Lakes in the area of Belton are beginning to show signs of being affected by the ongoing drought.

Tommy Paradise

Two Years later and Still No Plans to Move the Confederate Statue

It's been almost two years since talk started about moving the confederate statue outside the Bell County Courthouse in Belton, Texas.

Aaron Zytle (AZ)

Why the Most Expensive House in Belton, Texas is Perfect For Parties

The most expensive home in the Central Texas area is listed at 25 million dollars and comes with plenty of land. Want to see inside?

Tamme Taylor

Yum! 5 Heavenly Places To Have Brunch In Central Texas

Here are 5 places where you can go after sleeping in a little to enjoy mimosas and great food.

Piggie

A Helping Hand: Belton Gives Fresh Start for Overdue Bills

Good news for residents of Belton, Texas with overdue utility bills - the city is erasing those debts. This one-time forgiveness is a result of COVID relief funds.

Tamme Taylor

Belton, Texas Is The Perfect Place To Enjoy A Family Sunday

If you have never been to Bell County Flea Market in Belton, Texas and you are a person who loves thrifting, you need to get there as soon as possible. Thrifter's Paradise in Belton, Texas This past weekend, my husband and I had nothing planned and wanted to see more of Central Texas since we usually stick to the west side of Bell County. The...

Piggie

Wow! Dad Shields His Son From Raging Bull At Belton, Texas Rodeo

Video of a dad jumping in to shield his son from a bucking bull in Belton has gone viral, and demonstrates what any loving dad would do to protect his child.

Piggie

US105 Has Free Tickets for The 34th Annual Bell County PRCA Rodeo

If you've already got our free mobile app in your pocket, you're that much closer to getting your hands on tickets.

Aaron Zytle (AZ)